The Bentley London
London, United Kingdom
27 33 Harrington Gardens, London, United Kingdom, SW74JX
Original Property Opened in 1880
Historic Hotels Worldwide member since 2016
The Bentley London is one of England’s most historic hotels. Debuting in 1880, the hotel has maintained its prestigious status among travelers the world over for more than a century. This magnificent building emerged at a time when the surrounding neighborhood of South Kensington was quickly becoming a premier destination in London. Dozens of British cultural landmarks began springing up throughout the area, including the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Science Museum, the Royal Albert Hall, and the Natural History Museum. South Kensington is still an upscale attraction in the city as well, as it is filled with fine dining and lively entertainment. The neighborhood is also incredibly close to some of London’s best shopping along Sloane Street and King’s Road, and is just moments from Harrods—Great Britain’s most famous department store. Guests today can easily vist all of these renowned cultural institutions for themselves from The Bentley London.
Discover
- Discover the extensive variety of marble that constitutes the structure of The Bentley London Hotel. It required some 600 tons of marble from Turkey, Italy, and northern Africa to build the hotel.
- Appreciate the beautifully restored Victorian architecture of this amazing holiday destination. Developed from the façade of three adjacent townhouses, the hotel stands today as a celebrated historic landmark in downtown London.
- Walk to the Natural History Museum just steps away from the hotel. This renowned cultural institution features an extensive collection of 80 million objects that cover such topics like botany, entomology, mineralogy, paleontology, and zoology.
Explore
- Explore Kensington Palace several blocks from the hotel. One of London’s royal residences, it is currently the home of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. This marvelous palace is set within the majestic grounds of the much larger Kensington Gardens.
- Travel to the magnificent Buckingham Palace nearby. This glorious building has served as the official residence for the British Royal Family since the reign of Queen Victoria.
- Visit the Palace of Westminster, home to the iconic Big Ben clock tower. It is within these hallowed walls that the British Parliament has governed the United Kingdom for centuries. This historic landmark is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Experience
- Walk through the celebrated Victoria & Albert Museum. With a collection of over 2.3 million pieces of artwork, this spectacular cultural institution is the world’s leading museum for decorative art and design.
- Enjoy a wonderful theatrical performance at the Royal Albert Hall. Situated in front of The Albert Memorial and Kensington Gardens, the Royal Albert Hall has been hosting luxurious concerts since the late 19th century.
- Tour the brilliant exhibitions of the British Museum. This fantastic cultural institution possesses a remarkable collection of eight million artifacts and art from around the world, which chronicle the entire history of human civilization.
Taste
- Try Fish & Chips when out on the town. An iconic British dish, Fish & Chips is served throughout London at such renowned eateries like Poppie’s, Shoreditch, and Golden Union.
- Taste the cuisine in some of London’s most historic pubs. Pubs have long been a fixture in London, with many having been in continuous operation for several hundred years. A few—like the Ye Olde Mitre and The Lamb & Flag—are even protected as listed buildings by Heritage England for their great historical significance.
- Delight in a classic full English breakfast before starting the day. Dozens of amazing restaurants in the city participate in this citywide culinary tradition, including Caravan King’s Cross, Hawksmoor Guildhall, and The Wolseley.
- Savor a traditional English afternoon tea selection, the envy of the area. All the pastries and cakes are created and prepared daily by the in-house pastry team to ensure freshness and attention to detail. A chocolate and champagne selection for that special occasion or for those wishing to spoil themselves.
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Book the Best Available Rate at this property on HistoricHotelsWorldwide.com and receive a complimentary one-year family membership (a $30 value) to the National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States, a member of the International National Trusts Organisation.
